Privacy Counsel | Datadog Careers

Datadog

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
NY
Salary
$171,000–$250,000 / yr
Posted
18 days ago
Nearby
78 roles within 25 mi

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Above market

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This role $210k
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About Datadog

Datadog, Inc. is an American company that provides an observability service for cloud-scale applications, providing monitoring of servers, databases, tools, and services, through a SaaS-based data analytics platform.

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TL;DR · Privacy Counsel | Datadog Careers

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Datadog is hiring a Privacy Counsel to join its Privacy Legal team at the senior level, focusing on scaling global data privacy and AI governance programs. The role involves advising on data protection, cybersecurity, and AI matters by conducting risk assessments for new features, reviewing contracts, maintaining privacy policies, and contributing to responsible AI use initiatives. Key responsibilities include supporting product development with privacy-by-design principles, negotiating data-related agreements, and ensuring compliance with global laws such as GDPR and U.S. regulations. Ideal candidates have a JD, active bar membership, 3+ years of relevant experience, familiarity with SaaS concepts, and knowledge of emerging AI technologies. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential, along with certifications like CIPP/E or CIPP/US.

Skills

GDPR EU_AI_Act SaaS cloud_infrastructure AI_technologies CI/CD Python PostgreSQL AWS Kubernetes

What you'll do

  • Conduct privacy and AI risk assessments for new product features and launches.
  • Review and negotiate data protection agreements and contractual terms related to GDPR and U.S. laws.
  • Maintain and scale the company’s privacy program, including policies and customer documentation.
  • Develop internal policies and monitor regulatory developments for Datadog’s AI governance program.
  • Support compliance initiatives for customers in regulated industries like healthcare and finance.
  • Monitor global privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, and AI laws to ensure continuous compliance.

What we're looking for

  • JD from an accredited law school with active U.S. bar membership.
  • 3+ years of privacy experience in product counseling and commercial negotiations.
  • Familiarity with SaaS, cloud infrastructure, and emerging AI technologies.
  • Working knowledge of global privacy laws including GDPR and U.S. regulations.
  • Ability to develop and scale privacy policies and customer-facing documentation.
  • Experience conducting privacy risk assessments and embedding privacy-by-design principles.
  • Strong communication skills for engaging legal and non-legal stakeholders effectively.

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